- Around 17–20 June 2026, the MoPNG approved ₹150 crore assistance under PM JI‑VAN Yojana for India’s first private‑sector hybrid 2G ethanol project. Developed by Spray Engineering Devices Ltd (SED) at Wave Sugar Mill, Dhanaura (U.P.), with 91 KLPD capacity. It integrates biomass gasification (Ankur Scientific) + advanced gas fermentation (LanzaTech) to convert bagasse & agri residues into ethanol.
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- On 19 June 2026, FM Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the largest organic spice processing unit in Northeast India at Bhoirymbong/Lumdaitkhla, Ri‑Bhoi (Meghalaya). The ₹32 crore facility, supported by Meghalaya govt, MBMA & FPOs, can process 10,000 MT annually of Lakadong turmeric, ginger, black pepper & chili.
- The Ministry of Defence has granted working permission to the Musi Riverfront Development Corporation (MRDC) for 83.814 acres of defence land (valued at ~₹533 crore) at the Artillery Centre, Golconda, for the Gandhi Sarovar Project at Bapu Ghat.
- On 19 June 2026, the RBI raised the limit for collateral‑free agricultural loans (including allied activities) from ₹1.6 lakh to ₹2 lakh per borrower. Banks must waive collateral security & margin requirements, easing credit access for small & marginal farmers amid rising input costs.
- On 19 June 2026, Zerodha Fund House launched India’s first target‑date Lifecycle Mutual Funds — 2036 & 2041 series. These funds follow a glide path, starting with higher equity allocation and gradually shifting to debt, gold & silver as the target year nears.
- On 20–21 June 2026, Punjab National Bank (PNB) partnered with Zaggle to launch biodegradable co‑branded twin credit cards. Available on RuPay & Visa networks, they target younger consumers with sustainability + lifestyle benefits. The cards offer rewards across travel, entertainment, wellness, mobility & daily spending.
- On 21 June 2026 (Sunday), at the North Harbour National Hockey Centre, Auckland (New Zealand), the Indian Women’s Hockey Team won the FIH Nations Cup 2026. They defeated hosts New Zealand 2–0 in the final, with goals by Navneet Kaur and Sunelita Toppo. India stayed unbeaten in all 5 matches, including a 6–0 semi‑final win vs Chile. It was India’s second title (after 2022).
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, just 15 years old, smashed the fastest fifty in List A cricket history — reaching his half‑century in only 11 balls — during the India A vs Sri Lanka A tri‑nation final on 21 June 2026 in Dambulla. His explosive 94 off 29 balls powered India A to victory and the series title.
- On 21–22 June 2026, the world’s tallest Lionel Messi statue was unveiled at Cutral‑Co, Neuquén Province, Patagonia, Argentina along National Route 22. The statue stands 26 meters (≈85 ft) tall, weighs ≈70 tons, and was sculpted by local artist Aldo Beroisa. It depicts Messi in the Argentina jersey, raising the FIFA World Cup trophy — a tribute to the 2022 Qatar victory.
- Cristiano Ronaldo made history on 23 June 2026 in Houston, USA, by becoming the first player ever to score in six different FIFA World Cups, netting twice in Portugal’s 5–0 win over Uzbekistan. At 41 years old, he also became the second‑oldest scorer in World Cup history.
- On 22 June 2026, PM Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously built Indian Navy platforms at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (WB). INS Dunagiri – advanced Project‑17A stealth frigate; INS Sanshodhak – large survey vessel for hydrographic ops (on World Hydrography Day). INS Agray – ASW Shallow Water Craft, enhancing coastal anti‑submarine warfare capability.
- On 22 June 2026, Nibe Ltd (Pune) successfully demonstrated the indigenous Garudastra 120mm vehicle‑mounted mortar system at Infantry School, Mhow (M.P.). Mounted on a lightweight 4×4 tactical vehicle with soft‑recoil tech, it offers high mobility & shoot‑and‑scoot (<30s combat‑ready).
- On 21 June 2026 (Sunday), the world observed World Hydrography Day, celebrated annually to highlight the importance of hydrography. The theme was “Transforming How Ocean Data Is Shared”, focusing on modern S‑100 data standards like S‑101 Electronic Navigational Charts and S‑102 Bathymetric Surfaces.
- On 20–21 June 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) reappointed senior advocate Tushar Mehta as Solicitor General of India. His new 3‑year term begins on 1 July 2026, continuing his role since 2018 as the country’s second‑highest law officer.
Questions:
Q.1 RBI increased the collateral-free agricultural loan limit from ₹1.6 lakh to:a) ₹1.75 lakh
b) ₹2 lakh
c) ₹2.25 lakh
d) ₹2.5 lakh
Answer: b) Effective 19 June 2026, the RBI increased the limit to ₹2 lakh per borrower.
Q.2 Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the largest organic spice processing unit in Northeast India in which state?
a) Assam
b) Arunachal Pradesh
c) Meghalaya
d) Mizoram
Answer: c) The ₹32 crore facility is located at Bhoirymbong (Lumdaitkhla), Ri-Bhoi district, Meghalaya.
